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Change imminent in point system in next WTC cycle?

Change imminent in point system in next WTC cycle?

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

The current WTC system awards the same number of points -- 12 for a win, six for a tie and four for a draw -- which has given rise to discontent that India, England and Australia -- the Big Three in cricket -- "are disadvantaged as they play more games against each other".

IPL: SRH-HCA fiasco ends

IPL: SRH-HCA fiasco ends

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

HCA has assured SRH of full cooperation in a professional manner moving forward.

SEE: New York Stadium gears up for epic India-Pakistan clash

SEE: New York Stadium gears up for epic India-Pakistan clash

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

The Nassau County International Cricket Stadium will be India's home ground during the group stage, featuring matches against Ireland and the hosts USA.

India the team to beat as Asia Cup battle commences

India the team to beat as Asia Cup battle commences

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

India, for all their internal debates and external expectations, look like the one side that has clarity of purpose. And clarity, in high-pressure tournaments, often counts for more than raw talent.

Sri Lanka minister says ICC suspension of cricket board illegal

Sri Lanka minister says ICC suspension of cricket board illegal

Rediff.com11 Nov 2023

The ICC suspended Sri Lanka Cricket's (SLC) membership with immediate effect on Friday, citing government interference in cricket in the country.

ICC may tweak two-ball rule in ODIs

ICC may tweak two-ball rule in ODIs

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

Format-change for U19 men's World Cup

PCB adamant about holding Champions Trophy final in Lahore

PCB adamant about holding Champions Trophy final in Lahore

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

The source said that the PCB is expecting to get some sort of viable answer from the BCCI officials at the upcoming meeting on the progress they have made (if any) on seeking clearance from their government to send their team to Pakistan early next year for the tournament.

CAB Awards: Akash Deep steals spotlight with special honour

CAB Awards: Akash Deep steals spotlight with special honour

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

India pacer Akash Deep received a special award for his impressive performance in the recent Test series in England during annual Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) awards in Kolkata on Saturday.

Is it the end of bilateral cricket tours?

Is it the end of bilateral cricket tours?

Rediff.com15 Jul 2022

Proliferation of T20 leagues puts squeeze on bilateral tours

Players body flags talent drain from international game to T20 leagues

Players body flags talent drain from international game to T20 leagues

Rediff.com24 Aug 2022

Leading players from top countries are clearly already struggling to cope with the demands of international cricket's packed calendar.

Chennai pitch rated 'very good' by ICC

Chennai pitch rated 'very good' by ICC

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

The ICC has rated Chennai's M A Chidambaram Stadium pitch, used for India's Test match against Bangladesh in September, as 'very good'

Windies cricketer Thomas suspended for alleged match fixing

Windies cricketer Thomas suspended for alleged match fixing

Rediff.com24 May 2023

'In collaboration with ICC and the West Indies Players' Association (WIPA), CWI remains committed to sensitizing and educating our players and officials on anti-corruption in sports.'

Umpire Ananthapadmanabhan promoted to international panel

Umpire Ananthapadmanabhan promoted to international panel

Rediff.com10 Aug 2020

Former Kerala leg-spinner KN Ananthapadmanabhan has been promoted to the International Cricket Council's international panel of umpires.

Siraj fined for Adelaide Test altercation, Head sanctioned!

Siraj fined for Adelaide Test altercation, Head sanctioned!

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

The two players also received one demerit point each on their disciplinary records, marking their first offence within the last 24 months.

Champions Trophy tour kicks off in Pakistan

Champions Trophy tour kicks off in Pakistan

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

According to a Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) official, the trophy tour would begin from Skardu in northern Pakistan.

Cricket set for Olympic glory: T20s for 2028 LA Games!

Cricket set for Olympic glory: T20s for 2028 LA Games!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

ICC banking on T20 for cricket's inclusion in Olympics

Pycroft received handshake order just four minutes pre-toss

Pycroft received handshake order just four minutes pre-toss

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

Pycroft's decision has not been seen by ICC as a breach of any code of conduct, but as an action he was authorised to take in his remit as a match official deputed to manage the game.

Will Pakistan host Champions Trophy without India?

Will Pakistan host Champions Trophy without India?

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

Pakistan on Thursday said that no back channel diplomacy was going on with India after the neighbouring country refused to send its cricket team for the Champions Trophy

Will WTC 2025-27 cycle see bonus points for big wins?

Will WTC 2025-27 cycle see bonus points for big wins?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

The ICC is considering awarding bonus points for innings victories or for a win above a certain big margin such as 100 runs.

What new IOC chief Coventry said on India's 2036 Olympics bid

What new IOC chief Coventry said on India's 2036 Olympics bid

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

Newly-elected International Olympic Committee president Kristy Coventry was expectedly guarded on India's bid to stage the 2036 Olympic Games.

Like ICC's T20 World Cup Anthem?

Like ICC's T20 World Cup Anthem?

Rediff.com30 May 2024

'It's an anthem of unity and the goal was echo the spirit of every boundary crossed and wicket taken in this wonderful, timeless sport.'

Will lack of facilities push cricket out of 2026 Asiad?

Will lack of facilities push cricket out of 2026 Asiad?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

Venue woes present but organisers keen on cricket in next Asian Games in Japan

'Is this a defining moment in the death of Test cricket?'

'Is this a defining moment in the death of Test cricket?'

Rediff.com1 Jan 2024

Former Australia skipper Steve Waugh has slammed the ICC and top cricket boards, including the BCCI, for not caring about Test cricket after South Africa named a depleted red-ball squad for the tour of New Zealand.

USA is starting to embrace cricket

USA is starting to embrace cricket

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

'USA Cricket continues its instrumental work in supporting our national players and equipping youth and local communities with the tools they need to succeed in this sport.'

IPL 2025: Will bowlers be allowed to use saliva?

IPL 2025: Will bowlers be allowed to use saliva?

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

The BCCI is considering lifting the ban on applying saliva on the ball in IPL 2025.

How Jay Shah plans to aid cricket's growth in Africa

How Jay Shah plans to aid cricket's growth in Africa

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

The Asian Cricket Council is set to play a role in helping grow the game in Africa through a plan prepared by ACC chief Jay Shah.

No reason for Pakistan to go and play in India: Afridi

No reason for Pakistan to go and play in India: Afridi

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

Former all-rounder Shahid Afridi wants PCB to adopt a firm stance on cricketing ties with India.

'WTC has made it worse for Test cricket'

'WTC has made it worse for Test cricket'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

'It's been a slow moving car crash up to now and now it's kind of like, bang -- impact has been made.'

'I don't think Indian team will travel to Pakistan': Harbhajan

'I don't think Indian team will travel to Pakistan': Harbhajan

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

Former spinner Harbhajan Singh said he doesn't 'expect' the Indian team to travel to Pakistan for next year's ICC Champions Trophy.

India won't travel to Pakistan for CT 2025: BCCI informs ICC

India won't travel to Pakistan for CT 2025: BCCI informs ICC

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

BCCI has intimated the International Cricket Council about India's inability to travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy next year.

Olympic medallist hockey legend Dr Vece Paes passes away

Olympic medallist hockey legend Dr Vece Paes passes away

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

Dr Vece Paes, a member of the 1972 Munich Olympic Games bronze-winning Indian men's hockey team and father of legendary tennis player Leander Paes, died in Kolkata on Thursday morning.

Inglis 'over the moon' after Australia's record run-chase

Inglis 'over the moon' after Australia's record run-chase

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

Australia's middle order enforcer Josh Inglis said their depleted side will draw a lot of confidence after pulling off a record chase against England in their Champions Trophy opener on Saturday.

Women's T20 World Cup: Free entry for U.18s, ticket prices start from 5 Dirhams

Women's T20 World Cup: Free entry for U.18s, ticket prices start from 5 Dirhams

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

The 20 league matches will be split between Dubai and Sharjah with the semi-finals slated for Dubai and Sharjah on October 17 and 18 respectively. The final will be played in Dubai.

'Why can't the Indian cricket team come to Pakistan?'

'Why can't the Indian cricket team come to Pakistan?'

Rediff.com15 May 2023

There is a "very real possibility" that Pakistan will boycott this year's World Cup in India if they lose hosting rights to the Asia Cup

ICC asks BCCI to explain why India won't go to Pakistan

ICC asks BCCI to explain why India won't go to Pakistan

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

The ICC has officially asked for a written explanation from BCCI regarding its decision to not send the Indian cricket team to Pakistan.

Stay committed or step away, Waugh's advice to Rohit

Stay committed or step away, Waugh's advice to Rohit

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Australia legend Steve Waugh believes under-fire Rohit Sharma can't afford to be 'complacent or relax' if he wants to continue serving Indian cricket.

Champions Trophy in jeopardy, ICC cancels schedule launch

Champions Trophy in jeopardy, ICC cancels schedule launch

Rediff.com10 Nov 2024

The International Cricket Council's (ICC) plans for a high-profile event in Lahore next week to unveil the 2025 Champions Trophy schedule have been derailed.

Lord's to host 2025 World Test Championship Final

Lord's to host 2025 World Test Championship Final

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

The 2025 World Test Championship (WTC) final will be played at the iconic Lord's cricket ground from June 11 to 15 next year.

'It hurts': Sir Viv on West Indies' cricket decline

'It hurts': Sir Viv on West Indies' cricket decline

Rediff.com2 Mar 2025

Legendary West Indies batsman Sir Vivian Richards expressed his disappointment and frustration at the absence of the Caribbean side from the Champions Trophy, urging them to emulate Afghanistan's rise in world cricket. Richards highlighted Afghanistan's fighting spirit and consistent performances, contrasting their presence in the tournament with the West Indies' exclusion.

Undercooked Zampa ready to let it rip against India

Undercooked Zampa ready to let it rip against India

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

'... when I'm not quite at my best and not feeling that great out there, is my ability to still contribute and take those big wickets.'